Dobsonian telescope

In 1609, Galileo Galilei first looked through his telescope, and changed science forever. His discoveries provided solid evidence that disproved the prevailing belief that the Earth was the center of the Universe. Throughout history, scientists such as Johannes Kepler and Sir Isaac Newton further revolutionized the design of the telescope. To celebrate the International Year of Astronomy, Sky-Watcher is proud to present the commemorative edition of Newton’s telescope—Heritage.

Similar telescope like Luna114s (114/500 EQ1), but is much lighter, more compact. We can get the similar performance, but inside a smaller instrument that is much easier to carry and use.

With its 100mm diameter it can be used for deep-sky observing beside Moon and planets especially from dark rural skies. While most small telescopes have spherical main mirror, the 100/400's Heritage Dobson has aspherical (paraboloid) main mirror.

Total weight is only 2,7kg (with stand and accessories), the telescope itself is 37 cm long.

Due to ease of use is especially recommended for beginners, children and adults alike!

The 130mm mirror can be used not only for lunar and planetary observations but can show many deep sky objects as well under excellent conditions. While the main mirror in most of the smaller telescopes is spheroid this 130/650 model has a paraboloid main mirror making it usable even for higher magnifications. The f/5 focal ratio results in a short tube, so the telescope is easy to carry and handle. While the 650mm focal length might seem short, the good quality optics make it possible to use higher magnifications using a Barlow lens. A 10mm and 25mm Barium eyepieces included (26x and 65x magnification) but the magnification range can be extended up to 260x. The 34.5mm secondary mirror causes 26% central obstructions only.
The Dobsonian mount is compact and very easy to use.

The Virtuoso Versatile Mount is a powerful tool for photographers and videographers alike. This super steady mount can capture stunning panoramic photos or smooth panning video. The small and portable 90mm MC telescope is very handy and easy to use. You can use Virtuoso with just about any camera or camcorder, from your DSLR to your iPhone. We’ve also included a 90 mm optical tube and two eyepieces for astronomical observing.

The Virtuoso Versatile Mount is a powerful tool for photographers and videographers alike. This super steady mount can capture stunning panoramic photos or smooth panning video. The small and portable 114/500 Newtonian telescope is very handy and easy to use, suitable meinly for wide field observing. You can use Virtuoso with just about any camera or camcorder, from your DSLR to your iPhone.

This is the smallest one from Sky-Watcher's classic Dobsonian series. The mount and the telescope is very easy to use.

The mirror is the same as in Mira 150L (150/1200) Newtonian telescope. The mirror is of excellent quality and has very small central obstruction, therefore is ideal for lunar and planetary observations.

However this Dobsonian accepts 2" eyepieces as well, making it possible to use at very low magnifications, which is essential to observe large and faint deep-sky objects. The magnification can be as low as 24x (with an optional 50mm 2" eyepiece) with apparent field of view of 2 degrees. For lunar, planetary and double star observations the magnification can reach almost 400x (with optional eyepieces). The package contains 25mm and 10mm Barium eyepieces (48x and 120x magnificataion). The finderscope included is an achromatic 6x30 springload-based one.

The 200mm model shows many interesting celestial objects down to 14 magnitude. From under dark skies details can be seen in distant galaxies and also details are evident in nebulae. Excellent for planetary and lunar observations, the scope can show many surface details but can be used to observe double stars as well. The optics are diffraction limited.

The Sky-Watcher Flex Dobson series provide compact storage size. When folded the telescope occupies much less space. Wen setting it up it does not require any tools and alignment of the optical elements is not needed. A Dobsonian mount can be used quickly and efficiently.

The 200mm model shows many interesting celestial objects down to 14 magnitude. From under dark skies details can be seen in distant galaxies and also details are evident in nebulae. Excellent for planetary and lunar observations, the scope can show many surface details but can be used to observe double stars as well. The optics are diffraction limited.

Sky-Watchers classic Dobsonian telescopes are easy to use and are affordably priced.

The 250mm aperture can show many objects in the sky, visually stars down to magnitude 15 can be seen, fine details in galaxies can be observed and also details in nebulae are nicely shown. Excellent for lunar and planetary observations as well, can show the Encke-gap in Saturn's ring system. Can be used to observe double stars as well. The tube length is almost identical to the length of 200mm model.

The Sky-Watcher Flex Dobsonian series require very small storage place. The folded scope can be extended without any tools and no further adjustments of the optical elements is needed. Can be pointed to the selected object very quickly.

The 250mm modell shows quite many details from the sky. Visually stars down to 15th magnitude are visible, and fine details can be observed in galaxies and nebulae. The excellent quality reveals many fine details on the surfaces of Moon and planets, even the Encke-gap in Saturn's ring system is visible. Can be used to observe double stars as well. The tube is only 820mm long in storage position.

The Sky-Watcher GoTo Dobson telescopes are excellent visual telescopes and are very easy to use but provides GoTo capability as well.

Motorizing the Dobson telescopes is not an easy task but Sky-Watcher has solved it a couple of years ago with its Autotracking series. This Dobsonian telescope is also equipped with GoTo capailities: it is not only able to track objects but the user can select any of the 42900 objects stored in the hand controller and the instruct the telescope to find the object in the sky. The dobsonian mount makes is equipped with encoders with higher resolution and drives which makes it possible to find the selected objects even after moving the telescope manually. The scope can be aligned using two selected stars. Any object targeted by manually moving the telescope is automatically tracked. The GoTo Dobsonian telescopes are available in 25cm and 30cm sizes as well.

The telescope requires very small storage space and can be set up easily without any tool, and even without need to adjust the optical elements.

The 250mm telescope can show many interesting objects in the sky, visually stars down to magnitude 15 can be observed, and fine details can be seen in galaxies from under dark skies, also nebulae reveal fine details. Excellent for lunar and planetary observations and shows breathtaking details on surfaces of planets and Moon, even shows the Encke-gap in Saturn's ring system. Can be used to observe double stars as well. When not in use the tube length is 820mm only.

Can be used to take images of Moon and planets thanks to the tracking functionality.

The classic Dobsonian telescopes from Sky-Watcher are easy to use and perform extremely well.

This 300mm model shows incredible details, visually stars down to magnitude 16 can be seen, and shows details in galaxies and nebulae. Excellent for lunar and planetary observations as well, showing breathtaking details on their surfaces. The Encke-gap in Saturn's ring system can be seen, and can be used to observe double stars as well.

This model from the Sky-Watcher GoTo Dobsonian series is an excellen visual telescope which is easy to use and provide GoTo capabilities as well.

Motorizing the Dobson telescopes is not an easy task but Sky-Watcher has solved it a couple of years ago with its Autotracking series. This Dobsonian telescope is also equipped with GoTo capailities: it is not only able to track objects but the user can select any of the 42900 objects stored in the hand controller and the instruct the telescope to find the object in the sky. The dobsonian mount makes is equipped with encoders with higher resolution and drives which makes it possible to find the selected objects even after moving the telescope manually. The scope can be aligned using two selected stars. Any object targeted by manually moving the telescope is automatically tracked. The GoTo Dobsonian telescopes are available in 25cm and 30cm sizes as well.

The flex tube requires much less storage space, but no tools are needed to set it up again, without any need for adjustment.

The 200mm model shows many interesting celestial objects down to 14 magnitude. From under dark skies details can be seen in distant galaxies and also details are evident in nebulae. Excellent for planetary and lunar observations, the scope can show many surface details but can be used to observe double stars as well. The optics are diffraction limited.

The Sky-Watcher Flex Dobsonian series require much smaller storage space. Setting it up requires a couple of minutes only and no tools required, and also the optical elements do not need adjustment. The telescope is very easy to use and can be pointed to any object.

The 300mm diameter can show incredible details, visually stars down to magnitude 16 can be observed and shows nice details of galaxies and other deepsky objects. The image is much more detailed than the one provided by smaller telescopes, even in case of lunar and planetary observations. The Encke-gap in Saturn's ring system is easy to see and can be used to observe double stars as well. Tube length is 1400mm when in use and 900mm only in storage mode.

The Sky-Watcher Flex Dobson series provides high storage space efficiency for these large scopes. The telescope requires much smaller space when folded. The set up procedure does not require any tools and can be performed in minutes, even without the need of recollimating the optics. The dobsonian mount moves very smoothly.

The 355mm model is only 10 cm longer than the 300mm model, but gathers 40% more light, which is a huge advantage when observing faint deep-sky objects. A 16m of stellar magnitude limit can be reached, meaning that galaxies and other deep-sky objects reveal their details, close to short exposure photos. Can be used for lunar and planetary observing as well, can reveal extremely fine details, for example the Encke-gap in the saturnian ring system. Can use also used for close binary stars as well (optics are diffraction limited or better). Tube length is 1510mm in working mode and 970mm in folder storage state.

The Sky-Watchers GoTo Dobsonian telescope is an excellent instrument for visual observations. Very easy to use and provides GoTo functionality as well.

Motorizing the Dobson telescopes is not an easy task but Sky-Watcher has solved it a couple of years ago with its Autotracking series. This Dobsonian telescope is also equipped with GoTo capailities: it is not only able to track objects but the user can select any of the 42900 objects stored in the hand controller and the instruct the telescope to find the object in the sky. The dobsonian mount makes is equipped with encoders with higher resolution and drives which makes it possible to find the selected objects even after moving the telescope manually. The scope can be aligned using two selected stars. Any object targeted by manually moving the telescope is automatically tracked. The GoTo Dobsonian telescopes are available in 25cm and 30cm sizes as well.

The flex tube requires much less storage space. When setting it up it does not need any tools and also adjustments of optical elements is not necessary.

This 300mm model shows incredible details, visually stars down to magnitude 16 can be seen, and shows details in galaxies and nebulae. Excellent for lunar and planetary observations as well, showing breathtaking details on their surfaces. The Encke-gap in Saturn's ring system can be seen, and can be used to observe double stars as well.

Thanks to the tracing mode excellent lunar and planetaryimages can be taken.

The Sky-Watcher Flex Dobson series provides high storage space efficiency for these large scopes. The telescope requires much smaller space when folded. The set up procedure does not require any tools and can be performed in minutes, even without the need of recollimating the optics. The dobsonian mount moves very smoothly.

The 400mm model gathers 80% more light than the 300mm model, but , which is a huge advantage when observing faint deep-sky objects. A 16-17m of visual stellar magnitude limit can be reached, meaning that galaxies and other deep-sky objects reveal their details, close to short exposure photos. Can be used for lunar and planetary observing as well, can reveal extremely fine details, for example the Encke-gap in the saturnian ring system. Can use also used for close binary stars as well (optics are diffraction limited or better). Tube length is 1685mm in working mode and 1070mm in folder storage state.

This Sky-Watcher GoTo 350 mm aperture telescope is a great, high performant visual scope, which is easy to use and provides full GoTo functionality.

It is not an easy task to implement GoTo functionality and clock drive functionality for a dobsonian telescope, although Sky-Watcher solved this a few years ago. This model does not only provide clock drive functionality, but using the hand controller, any of the 42900 objects can be located by a single press of a button. The dobsonian mount also contains high resolution encoders and drivers, meaning that the telescope can be used with full functionality even after moved by hand. To use all of this, all you need is to set up the scope using two bright stars and start the clock drive function. These telescopes are available in 25 and 30 cm aperture as well.

The flex tube provides excellent storage space efficiency. When folded, requires much less space, meaning that it is easy to carry and store. The setup procedure does not require any tools, not even recollimating the optics.

The 355mm model is only 10 cm longer than the 300mm model, but gathers 40% more light, which is a huge advantage when observing faint deep-sky objects. A 16m of stellar magnitude limit can be reached, meaning that galaxies and other deep-sky objects reveal their details, close to short exposure photos. Can be used for lunar and planetary observing as well, can reveal extremely fine details, for example the Encke-gap in the saturnian ring system. Can use also used for close binary stars as well (optics are diffraction limited or better). Tube length is 1510mm in working mode and 970mm in folder storage state.

Thanks to the clock drive functionality, excellent lunar and planetary images can be captured.

The GoTo mount requires 12V DC power. A cigarette lighter adapter is included, but the mound can be operated from any regulated 12V DC power source.

The Sky-Watcher 400mm aperture GoTo dobsonian telescope is an excellent, high performance visual telescope, which is extremely easy to use, while provides clock drive and full GoTo functionality. Adding clock drive and GoTo functionality to a dobsonian telescope is not an easy task, but Sky-Watcher solved it couple of years ago with the introduction of Autotracking series. This model has been further advanced by introducing GoTo capabilities as well, meaning that any of the 42900 objects can be reached with a press of a button. The mount contains high resolution encoders, meaning that the GoTo function can be still used even after the telescope has been moved manually. The telescopes are available in 25cm and 30cm aperture as well.
The flex tube provides excellent storage space efficiency. The setting it up, no tool is needed, and also it is not not necessary to recollimate the optics. The 400mm model gathers 80% more light when compared to the 300mm model, which results in high difference when visually observing faint deep-sky objects (especially galaxies), and the limiting stellar magnitude of 16-17mg. The telescope is also excellent for lunar and planetary observations when the atmospheric conditions are excellent. The tube length is 1685mm but only 1070mm when folderd. With high magnification it is possible to observe the Encke-gap in the saturnian ring system and to view close binaries.
The tube lenght is 1685mm and only 1070mm in when folded. The GoTo mount requires 12V DC power, which can be provided using the cigarette light adapter (included) or any other power source.

There have been many roomers, and talk about if and when Skywatcher would release a telescope of this size. For those who know the Skywatcher Flex Tube Dobsonian Line you will notice straight away that this is a totally different concept. You might recall this style of telescope from other leading brands, but as Skywatcher do so well, they have produced a telescope, that not only performs extremely well, but also is very affordable. Its an open design that has allowed for the telescope to be completely dismantled. Allowing for transportation in any small car. Setup or Disassembly could be easily done within 20mins with use. You could easily fit this scope in your toyota hatch.

Once setup, this scope will defiantly be a draw card for any astronomy shows.

Each truss tubes are 30mm thick, and give a very strong support and structure, stoping any shift in collimation. The tubes are individually numbered helping with correct assembly each time. They are held in position by a a quick release clamp. Allowing for easy assembly and no need for extra tools.

The base is strongly made, and finished off with a smart black look. The whole telescope, rotates and pivots on four teflon runners. There are two locking screws on the side. This stops any vertical movement, and is a nice little feature for if you don’t intend on disassembling the telescope.

Now for the most important part. There were roomers that skywatcher were going to produce a sandwich style mirror. However they have continued with there well trusted and proven Parabolic Primary Pyrex mirror. If your a previous skywatcher owner, you will know what amazing results these can produce. With 18 inches of light collection it will be even better.

Now your probably thinking its going to be heavy, but they have made it extremely thin, however still strong as ever.

They are using the same three collimating screws as their other models underneath the base of the mirror. Each with its own locking screw.

At the centre of the mirror is a small white 10mm dot helping with colomation.

The total weight assembled is 50kg. However the heaviest part when needing to transport is only 12kg.